In 2008, the New York Giants were not supposed to win the Super Bowl. But the wild-card Giants took home the trophy. What happened to tip the scales in their favor? Some...

Ali’s kids helped her create a pawn shop and a charity. Her twin toddlers didn’t mean to help create these entities, but they did and they learned some life lessons in...

Of all the knowledge that I have gleaned from the numerous parenting books that line my bookshelf and sit in stacks next to where I write my blogs can be distilled down to a...

Perseverance is the key to building grit. There is no doubt that kids who develop it will lead happier and more productive lives than those who don’t. Listed below are few...

About a month ago, I started hearing noises overhead at night while trying to fall asleep.  We have a large oak tree in our back yard and it isn’t unusual to hear...

For almost twenty-five years, I taught kindergarten and preschool. I believe that I learned as much or more than all the students that I had the privilege of interacting...

A young preschooler was trying to get his mother’s attention as she scrolled through social media sites on her phone. After trying repeatedly to get her attention, the...

Recently, I was needed to help my husband with the replacement of our kitchen oven. Afterwards, I was reflecting on the task and was amazed at our teamwork. I also realized...